The Hindu Businessline

The move came following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's observation during the 5th National Conference of Chief Secretaries held in December 2025 at NITI Aayog here

The proposal also includes discussions on tax exemption and cyber fraud safeguards

Suggests changes affecting government employees, likely setting stage for a bruising political battle with the Opposition

The report noted that capital expenditure on development remains among the lowest in the country

The Prime Minister is expected to launch projects worth around 18,800 crore in Surat, 2,970 crore in Daman and 885 crore in Lakshadweep spanning roads, power transmission, industrial infrastructure, healthcare, civil aviation, etc.

More than 40 people were rescued and rushed to hospital where 21 were declared brought dead

The mission seeks to strengthen the entire Muga silk value chain from host-plant cultivation and silkworm seed production to reeling, weaving, branding, export promotion, digital traceability and tourism

Karnataka can have a maximum 35-member Council of Ministers, including the Chief Minister, under the Constitutions 15 per cent cap on Cabinet size.

The searches were conducted at four locations linked to Vedanta Ltd., including offices in Delhi, Mumbai and Udaipur, Rajasthan.

Construction of Machilipatnam, Ramayapatnam and Mulapeta ports are expected to be completed by December

CM highlights 5.75 lakh crore investments, GCC hub status and plans for $3-trillion economy by 2047

Shanmugam, a former State minister who won from the Mailam Assembly constituency in the April 23 Assembly election, had resigned from the Rajya Sabha on May 7, necessitating the byelection to the Council of States from Tamil Nadu

The state showcased its manufacturing-led growth strategy, MSME strength, skilled workforce, and infrastructure advantages during the Vadodara roadshow attended by more than 200 industry stakeholders.

The state recorded a Gini coefficient of 0.46, a measure commonly used for income inequality, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 indicates extreme inequality

The data suggests that there was a 14.8 per cent decline in these serious crimes where police can arrest the accused without a warrant and initiate investigations without a magistrate's permission

BJP leaders described the attack as targeted and premeditated, alleging TMC involvement and claiming the assailants specifically targeted Rath

Invites students from IITs and other premier institutions to solve real-time power transmission challenges

The revised policy aims to ensure equitable distribution among SC sub-groups while complying with legal limits set by the Supreme Court of India

Speaking at a Mahila Samelan in Varanasi, he defended the push for womens reservation through the Nari Shakti Vandan Act and criticised the failure of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill in Lok Sabha

In his monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, the PM urged all citizens to participate in the process and make the Census 2027 a success.

The air quality was recorded in the 'poor' category at 9 am, with an Air Quality Index reading of 238, the Central Pollution Control Board data showed

He is expected to address and engage with nearly 1.5 million Indian-origin Tamils living in Sri Lanka

Government fails to secure the two-third majority required to pass the law

CM Rekha Gupta calls for dealers to aid clean mobility push as draft policy mandates electric two- and three-wheelers from 2027-28 and links incentives to old vehicle scrapping

This dashboard wouldserve as a key tool for planning, monitoring progress and transparency in the establishment of EV centres, Rao added.

There is no shortage of funds, but the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority still needs to secure about 43,000 crore

The human rights body asked for the report within seven days with details like the names of the accused in the registered FIRs

Tamil Nadu will not remain a mute spectator to the central government's attempt to strip away our rights, says Udhayanidhi

they can say that delimitation will benefit us. However, under that delimitation, attempts were made to benefit a single party or its supporters, says Omar Abdullah

New Delhi is of the view that USTR investigations into excess capacity and forced labour lack factual basis; government and industry to submit formal rebuttals by April 15 deadline

These include donations to major temples such as Dwarka, Somnath Temple and Ambaji Temple, along with support for education, healthcare and rural welfare.

Sharp spike in Talegaon, Chakan and Pimpri-Chinchwad hits small units and migrant workers; government claims adequate supply while locals report black marketing and production cuts

Campaign ends with LDF pitting organisation muscle against UDF, which is seeking to harvest voter fatigue after a decade of Left rule

The country is facing its worst LPG supply crisis in decades due to shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz amid the US-Israeli war with Iran

In key apple-producing areas such as Shopian, temperatures remained below 15 degrees Celsius, raising concerns about the impact on pollination.

Claiming that the Centre was forcing Tamil Nadu to implement the National Education Policy, paving the way for thrusting Hindi upon the state, he said accepting the NEP would mean allowing the Centre to thrust Hindi upon Tamil Nadu

Basara Gnana Saraswathi temple to be developed with 225 cr

At the inauguration of Phase I of the Noida International Airport in Jewar, PM Modi thanked sugarcane farmers for contributing to the 20% ethanol blending in petrol

It has also signed contract for depo level inspection of Indian Navys P8I Long-Range Maritime Reconnaissance Aircraft

According to investigators, the module has a transnational dimension and is being directed by handlers operating from across the border, particularly in Bangladesh and Pakistan

The external affairs minister will visit Abbaye des-Vaux-de-Cernay in France on March 26 and 27 to participate in the G7 foreign ministers meeting with partner countries

It is unfortunate that the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin protested against the Womens Reservation Bill, Sitharaman said

Restrictions on diesel sales in containers have been eased to manage demand.

Key provisions include standardised grounds for divorce, monogamy enforcement, a succession framework, and registration for live-in relationships

Tamil Nadu CM calls for special Parliament session in June amid concerns over timing and state representation

Increased audits aim to curb misuse of semaglutide-based weight-loss and diabetes treatments

Next phase of Metro Rail works to begin soon: Revanth Reddy

The decision was taken following a voice vote after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman suggested it.

Telangana has significantly increased spending on agriculture welfare and compensation, while urging farmers to adopt crop diversification amid procurement challenges

As part of the NDA alliance, the BJP will field candidates in 10 constituencies and the All India N.R. Congress in 16 seats